SITZ Angus: Breeding Excellence, Forging a Legacy

SITZ Angus: Breeding Excellence, Forging a Legacy

Creating Eye-Appealing, Real-World Cattle with Economic Relevance

Ranching is a Way of Life

SITZ Angus has a long and storied history, spanning 95 years and four generations of the SITZ family. Ranching is more than just a livelihood; it's a way of life filled with pride in what they do. At SITZ Angus, the quest is to produce cattle that the SITZ brand and family are proud to have carrying their legacy. "The Look" is of paramount importance at SITZ Angus. Their bulls are meticulously bred to be stout, wide-based, muscular, with ample body length, substantial testicles, and sturdy hooves. The females are expected to possess qualities like good udders, deep bodies, broodiness, and femininity.

Every breeding and management decision at SITZ Angus is anchored in the core principles of producing Seedstock genetically programmed to be profitable in every segment of the beef industry. These principles, instilled 95 years ago, have stood the test of time and continue to be a guiding force.

Maternally Productive Females

SITZ Angus has earned a reputation for producing maternally productive females—cows that are fertile, raise robust calves, and do so without trouble year after year. These females are expected to thrive in any environment, equipped with the body capacity and fleshing ability necessary to be productive even in resource-limited conditions.

Excellence Downstream

SITZ Angus doesn't just stop at producing quality breeding stock. Their breeding philosophy extends to excel downstream in the beef industry, from the Feeding Sector to the final product on the Rail. This means rapid growth, desirable feed conversions, and carcasses that command premiums rather than discounts.

This breeding philosophy calls for discipline and a balanced trait approach. SITZ Angus is dedicated to utilizing genetics that excel across multiple traits, avoiding the temptation to focus on single-trait excellence at the expense of overall performance.

Ranching Through the Ages

1923 - The SITZ Legacy Begins

In 1923, Will and Frieda Sitz of Nebraska acquired a handful of registered heifers, marking the genesis of the SITZ legacy.

1959 - Purchase of Harrison Ranch

Bob and Donna Sitz expanded the SITZ Angus operation by purchasing the Harrison Ranch in Montana. They moved a small herd from Colorado to Harrison, embarking on the journey that would define their legacy.

1960s - "Model" and "Sun Up" Performance Sires

The 1960s saw the introduction of "Model" and "Sun Up," the first in a long line of performance sires that graced the pastures at SITZ Angus.

1966 - Hosted First Bull Sale

In December 1966, SITZ Angus hosted its first bull sale, offering 50 Angus bulls and pioneering free delivery after the sale.

1970s and 1980s

Bob Sitz Sr. served on the AAA board of directors, and SITZ Angus adopted performance testing and artificial insemination.

1982 - GDAR Traveler 124 Purchased

Bob Sitz acquired Traveler 124 GDAR, a son of "Traveler," which would prove to be an exceptional producer of females.

1984 - CSU Rito 4114 Purchased

Another influential sire, CSU Rito 4114, joined the SITZ Angus lineup, gaining national recognition as a breed-defining bull.

2003 - First Spring Bull Sale in Montana

Marketing SITZ Angus

SITZ Angus has built a recognized brand that buyers seek out. They've collaborated with various markets across the country, including Northern Livestock Video Auction and Big Blue Sale Barn, to assist customers in marketing SITZ-bred steer and heifer calves. They've also established fruitful relationships with feedlots that have found success feeding SITZ-influenced genetics.

Value-Added Services

FREE Bull Delivery & Sale Day Pickup Discount: Bulls are delivered free of charge within a 1,000-mile radius. Picking up bulls within 5 days of the sale qualifies for a $50 discount per bull.

100% Sight Unseen Guarantee: A 100% satisfaction guarantee on all orders handled by your SITZ representative.

100% First Year Breeding Guarantee: Bulls are guaranteed to be sound and healthy breeders, with an unconditional guarantee for the first 90 days following first turn out. In case of injury, a future replacement or sale value credit is provided.

Repeat Buyer & Volume Discounts: SITZ Angus values repeat and volume buyers, offering a 5% discount on bull purchases for those who have bought consecutively in two previous SITZ Bull Sales.

SITZ Angus remains dedicated to its legacy of excellence, focusing on breeding eye-appealing, real-world cattle with economic relevance for ranchers and the beef industry as a whole.

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